© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ11 400 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 1.06 g | 11.0 mm |
| Issuer | Pyrrha (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.06 g |
| Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#179387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Goat standing left; grape bunc (?) to left
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of a mythical creature called a "satyr," which is a half-human, half-goat figure. Satyrs were commonly associated with the god Dionysus, who was revered in ancient Greece for his role in wine-making and fertility. The inclusion of a satyr on this coin may suggest that the people of Pyrrha (Lesbos) had a strong connection to Dionysian rituals and beliefs.